Graduate Spotlights

How NSSCJ Alumna Cynthia Kouakou is Transforming Maternal Mental Health in Côte d’Ivoire
In San Pedro, Côte d’Ivoire, a timely movement is taking shape to address one of the most overlooked issues in public health: maternal mental health.

Chimfwembe Mutale, An Energy Just Transition Icon in Zambia
Chimfwembe Mutale is a young climate justice actor from Zambia. He is among the youths who attended the first cohort of the Nairobi Summer School

Liz Makena Murithi: Devoted To The Advancement Of Renewable Energy Access
For a very long period, people have been relying on the use of energy that emits gases that cause environmental pollution. However, following the effects

Nadia Owusu Driving Change Through SheBlue’s Community-Led Climate Solutions
Nadia Owusu, a distinguished alumnus of the Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice Cohort III from Ghana, embodies the spirit of empowering local communities to

Alumnus Spotlight: Precious Makumbiro Wins Climate Change Activist of the Year Award
On February 28th, the Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) recognized exceptional advocates for environmental justice during their annual awards ceremony. Among the honorees was Precious

Reaping opportunities from Climate Change: Obule Morewane shares insights
Climate change has always been seen as a significant challenge to humanity. While there are continuous global efforts to address these challenges, on the other

Seeding a Transformative Energy Action in Burkina Faso: A Case of Mr. Tientega Wendpayangde Dimitri
TienTega Wendpayangde is a youth born in the “land of upright people”, Burkina Faso. He is an Alumnus of the Nairobi Summer School on Climate

Empowering Niger Through Agroecology – The Journey of Aoussouk Islamane Attaib
“Agroecology is not just a profession for me; it’s a passion that intertwines with my mission to build resilience, nourish communities, and protect our environment.”

A Champion of Environmental Advocacy, Zandisile Howe – Honored with Eswatini’s Young Eco-Hero Award
In a moment of well-deserved recognition, Zandisile Howe, an alumnus of the Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice, has been awarded the prestigious Young Eco-Hero